The Five Boroughs

New York City is made up of five boroughs: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. Each one has enough attractions—and enough personality—to be a city all its own. Learn more about them with this guide.

Courtesy, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party

Courtesy, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party

Courtesy, Big Apple Barbecue Block Party

June 13 – June 14, 2015

Madison Square Park

Fifth Ave. and E. 23rd St. Manhattan, NY 10010

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Pit masters from NYC, Alabama, Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina and other locations near and far descend on Madison Square Park for the annual lip-smacking food festival. In addition to some seriously tender vittles, folks can enjoy live blues, rock and country music and catch seminars on the art and science behind the brisket and ribs. For more information about this year's participants, visit bigapplebbq.org.